Diagnostic Radiologic Technician — MRI

Akiva Ai•Long Beach, CA

1d•$125,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. They build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies and are a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). AKIVA is currently building a qualified bench of MRI Technologists to perform magnetic resonance imaging examinations for the Veterans served by the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. This position aligns with the VA ICSP Diagnostic Radiologic Technician definition (OPM series GS-0647) and is specifically scoped to the MRI modality. The work must be performed in accordance with VA policy, ACR MRI Accreditation Program requirements, ACR MR safety guidance, Joint Commission standards, 42 CFR Part 75 credentialing, and applicable California Department of Public Health Radiologic Health Branch regulations.

Requirements

Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months (or equivalent) in a post-high-school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by JRCERT or another Department of Education–recognized accreditor (consistent with 42 CFR Part 75 credentialing)
Active ARRT(R) registration plus ARRT(MR) post-primary certification (or ARRT(MR) primary pathway), in good standing
Active California Department of Public Health Radiologic Health Branch (CRT) permit
Minimum of one (1) year of hospital or outpatient MRI clinical experience
Demonstrated proficiency with PACS, RIS, and MRI acquisition/processing workstations (Siemens, GE, Philips, or equivalent)
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Ability to obtain and maintain VA credentialing through VetPro and a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential
Ability to pass a federal background investigation (minimum Tier 1 / NACI) and meet all VA immunization, TB screening, and occupational health requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a patient-centered orientation
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Prior experience at a VA Medical Center, DoD Military Treatment Facility, or Indian Health Service facility
Multi-modality ARRT certification (for example ARRT(R)(MR)(CT))
Experience with 3T imaging, breast MRI, cardiac MRI, or MR spectroscopy
Experience with CPRS, VistA Imaging, or Cerner Millennium
Experience supporting ACR MRI accreditation cycles or Joint Commission readiness
Bilingual ability in Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or Korean
Veteran status (AKIVA applies a Veteran hiring preference consistent with federal law)
Two or more years of dedicated MRI experience

Responsibilities

Perform adult and, as credentialed, pediatric MRI examinations across routine and advanced protocols (neuro, MSK, body, breast, cardiac, MRA/MRV, functional, spectroscopy)
Screen every patient, family member, and staff entrant for MR-unsafe and MR-conditional implants, foreign bodies, and contraindications prior to Zone III/IV entry
Enforce ACR MR safety zones (I–IV) and the facility MR Safety Program at all times; escalate any safety deviation to the MR Safety Officer
Prepare and position patients, verify identity using two identifiers, explain procedures, obtain informed consent when applicable, and coach patients through claustrophobia and long sequences
Administer gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) within scope of practice and facility policy; screen renal function (eGFR) and monitor for adverse reactions and extravasation
Optimize pulse sequences, coil selection, and acquisition parameters to produce diagnostic-quality images while minimizing scan time and SAR exposure
Capture, transmit, and archive images and study metadata through VA PACS, the Radiology Information System (RIS), CPRS, and VistA Imaging
Support scheduling, order reconciliation, and patient-flow coordination with Medical Support Assistants, nursing, and referring providers
Perform daily QA (SNR, geometric accuracy, table positioning, emergency systems) and flag equipment malfunctions through Biomedical Engineering
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, the VA Privacy Act, record retention, and VA Talent Management System (TMS) training requirements
Participate in ACR MRI accreditation cycles, MR safety drills, quality improvement, and peer review as requested
Deliver patient-centered, Veteran-focused care with cultural humility and sensitivity to service-connected conditions